It's what you eat, not where you keep it that contributes to weight gain, right? Yes and no. The way you've organized your kitchen can make all the difference with your stay-slim plan.

Your Plates & Glasses Are Too Large

Larger platter sizes contribute to over-serving and overeating, according to a 2012 study in the Journal of Consumer Research. Steer clear of oversized wine glasses as well, says Cassetty. In a Good Housekeeping Research Institute study, testers poured themselves the perfect amount — 5 ounces — when equipped with a smaller stem. But when pouring into a larger glass, almost half of the group gave themselves 2 ounces more on average — that’s the equivalent of 50 extra calories!

Instead: Use a 9- or 10-inch salad dish to plate your food, and stick with a 10- or 12-inch wine goblet — a little larger than a champagne flute and way smaller than the fish-bowl size glass you find at many restaurants.

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